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Engine Serial Number: _____________________________________
Hull Identification Number:__________________________________
Hull Identification
Number
The Hull Identifica-
tion Number (HIN)
is located on the
starboard side of the
transom.
Record the HIN
(and the engine
serial numbers) in
the space provided
above.
Please refer to the
HIN for any corre-
spondence or
orders.
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HIN LOCATION
Part Number
1820285
CONTENTS
1 Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
1 Dealer Service
1 Warranty Information
1 Boating Experience
2 Engine & Accessories Guidelines
2Propeller
2 Engine & Accessories Literature
3 Structural Limitation
3 Qualified Maintenance
3 Special Care For Moored Boats
4 Safety Standards
5 Carbon Monoxide (CO)
5 Facts about CO
6 Where and How CO Can Accumulate
6 How to Protect Yourself and Others From CO
7CO Checklists
7 Carbon Monoxide Alarm System (If Equipped)
8 More Information
9 Chapter 2: Product Specifications
9 185
10 195
11 205
12 225
13 Chapter 3: Locations
13 Exterior Views
13 Hull Views
14 Extended Swim Platform (If Equipped)
15 185 Deck View
16 195 Deck View
17 205 Deck View
18 225 Deck View
19 Helm
20 Component Locations
27 Chapter 4: Propulsion &
Related Systems
27 Engine
27 Bilge Blower System
28 Fuel System
29 Fuel Fill & Vent
29 Fuel Filters
30 Anti-siphon Valve
30 Fuel Filter/Water Separator (Diesel
Engine Only)
31 Quick Oil Drain System
32 Chapter 5: Controls & Gauges
32 Steering
32 Shift/Throttle Lever
32 Power Trim and Tilt
33 Gauges
33 Cleaning Gauges
33 Gauge Fogging
33 Radio Transmission Interference
33 Fuel Gauge
34 Chapter 6: Plumbing
34 Bilge Pump
34 Bilge Pump Testing
36 Livewell System (185 Only) (If Equipped)
37 Freshwater System (225 Only) (If Equipped)
38 Freshwater System Winterization
39 Transom Shower (If Equipped)
39 Drain Systems
39 Deck Drains
40 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment
40 Cleats and Tow Eyes
40 Bow Mount Trolling Motor (185 Only)
(If Equipped)
40 Ski Tow Ring
41 Ski-Tow Tower (If Equipped)
41 Attaching the Ski-Tow Rope
42 Folding the Ski-Tow Tower
43 Canvas (If Equipped)
43 Convertible Top
44 Side Curtains (If Equipped)
45 185 Bimini Top (If Equipped)
46 205/225 Bimini Top (If Equipped)
47 Bow Cover (If Equipped)
48 Canvas Care
49 Clear Vinyl Care
50 Chapter 8: Entertainment System
50 Audio Equipment
51 Chapter 9: Convertible Seats,
Beds, & Tables
51 Sleeper Seats (If Equipped - 185, 195
& 205 Only)
51 Operating Positions
51 Lounge positions
52 Jump Seat To Sunlounge Conversion
(If Equipped - 185, 195 & 205 Only)
53 Passenger Seat to Sunlounge Conversion
(225 Only)
54 Installing & Removing Table Leg (225 Only)
55 Removable Fishing Seats (If Equipped)
56 Chapter 10: Lights
56 Care and Maintenance
56 Navigation Lights
57 Chapter 11: Electrical System
58 12-Volt DC System
58 Battery
58 Fuses
58 Alternator
58 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlet(s)
59 Electrical Routings
59 185, 195 & 205 Deck Electrical Harnesses
60 225 Deck Electrical Harnesses
61 Hull Electrical Harness
62 Wiring Diagrams
62 185, 195 & 205
63 225
64 Important Records
65 Float Plan
Hazard Boxes & Symbols
The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dan-
gerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read ALL warnings carefully and
follow all safety instructions.
This box alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if
the warning is ignored.
DANGER!
!
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal
injury or death if the warning is ignored.
WARNING!
!
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal
injury or cause product or property damage if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
!
This box calls attention to installation, operation or maintenance information, which is impor-
tant to proper operation but is not hazard related.
NOTICE
EXPLOSION
HAZARD!
NO OPEN
FLAME!
HOT
HAZARD!
ROTATING
PROPELLER HAZARD!
FALLING
HAZARD!
ELECTRICAL
HAZARD!
CO POISONING
HAZARD!
FIRE
HAZARD!
RUN BILGE BLOWERS
FOR 4 MINUTES!
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Supplement
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
This Owners Manual Supplement provides information about your boat that is not covered in the Sport Boat
Owners Manual.
Before using your boat, study this Owners Manual Supplement, the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, and all engine
and accessory literature carefully.
Keep this Owners Manual Supplement and the Sport Boat Owners Manual on your boat in a secure, yet readily
available place.
Dealer Service
Your dealer is your key to service.
Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your boat.
Contact your dealer if you have any problems with your new boat.
If your dealer cannot help, call our customer service hotline: 360-435-8957 or send us a FAX: 360-403-4235.
Buy replacement parts from any authorized Bayliner dealer.
Warranty Information
Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized Bayliner dealer.
A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owners packet.
If you did not receive a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957
for a copy.
Boating Experience
If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and
safety, obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of this boat.
Take one of the boating safety classes offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons or the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
For more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming classes, contact the organizations directly:
U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
In Canada, for the CPS courses call 1-888-CPS-BOAT.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
Outside the United States, your selling dealer, national sailing federation or local boat club can advise you of local
sea schools or competent instructors.
WARNING!
!
CONTROL HAZARD!
A qualified operator must be in control of the boat at all times. Do NOT operate your boat
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Engine & Accessories Guidelines
Your boat’s engine and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service.
Installing a different engine or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics.
Should you choose to install a different engine or to add accessories that will affect the boat’s running trim, have
an experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your boat again.
Certain modifications to your boat will result in cancellation of your warranty protection.
Always check with your dealer before making any modifications to your boat.
Propeller
Keep the propeller in good repair and at the correct pitch for your particular situation.
A slightly bent or nicked propeller will adversely affect the performance of your boat.
Engine & Accessories Literature
The engine and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals.
Read these manuals before using the engine and accessories.
Unless noted otherwise, all engine and accessory literature referred to in this Supplement is included in your
owners packet.
When storing your boat please refer to your engine’s operation and maintenance manuals.
NOTICE
ENGINE DAMAGE HAZARD!
The factory standard propeller may not be the best for your particular boat and load
conditions. Refer to the engine manual for engine RPM ratings. The engine should reach,
but not exceed its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied.
Immediately contact your local Bayliner dealer if:
The engine cannot reach its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied, or;
The engine exceeds its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied.
CAUTION
!
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Structural Limitation
The extended swim platform, if equipped, is designed to be lightweight for proper boat balance. The load limit for the
extended swim platform is 30 pounds per square foot, evenly distributed.
Qualified Maintenance
Failure to maintain your boat’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your
jurisdiction and could expose you and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death.
Follow the instructions provided in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, this Supplement, the engine owner’s manual
and all accessory literature.
Special Care For Moored Boats
Whether moored in saltwater or freshwater, your boat will collect marine growth on its hull bottom.
This will detract from the boat’s beauty, greatly affect its performance and may damage the gelcoat.
Periodically haul the boat out of the water and scrub the hull bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap
and water.
To maintain the integrity and safety of your boat, allow only qualified personnel to perform
maintenance on, or in any way modify the:
Steering System
Propulsion System
Engine Control System
Fuel System
Environmental Control System
Electrical System
Navigational System.
WARNING!
!
To help seal the hull bottom and reduce the possibility of gelcoat blistering on moored boats,
apply an epoxy barrier coating.
The barrier coating should be covered with several coats of anti-fouling paint.
Many states regulate the chemical content of bottom paints in order to meet environmental
standards. Check with your local dealer about recommended bottom paints, and about the
laws in effect in your area.
NOTICE
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Safety Standards
Your boat’s mechanical and electrical systems were designed to meet safety standards in effect at the time it
was built.
Some of these standards were mandated by law, all of them were designed to insure your safety, and the safety of
other people, vessels and property.
In addition to this Supplement, please read the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual and all accessory instructions for impor-
tant safety standards and hazard information.
FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD!
NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of the boat NOT designed for
such use.
Sitting on seat backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding,
gunwale riding or occupying the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous
and will cause personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
ROTATING PROPELLER and CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING HAZARD!
NEVER allow anyone to occupy, or hang from, the
back deck or swim platform while the engine(s)
are running.
Teak surfing, dragging, or water skiing within 20 feet
of a moving watercraft can be fatal.
DANGER!
!
DANGER
PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD!
ALWAYS secure the anchor and other loose objects before getting underway. The anchor and
other items that are not properly secured can come loose when the boat is moving and cause
personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
A wide variety of components used on this vessel contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.
Examples Include:
Engine and generator exhaust
Engine and generator fuel, and other liquids such as coolants and oil, especially used
motor oil
Cooking fuels
Cleaners, paints, and substances used for vessel repair
Waste materials that result from wear of vessel components
Lead from battery terminals and from other sources such as ballast or fishing sinkers
To Avoid Harm:
Keep away from engine, generator, and cooking fuel exhaust fumes.
Wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after handling the substances above.
WARNING!
!
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Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Facts about CO
CO poisoning causes a significant number of boating deaths each year.
Called the "silent killer", CO is an extremely toxic, colorless, odorless and tasteless gas.
CO can harm or even kill you inside or outside your boat.
CO can affect you whether you’re underway, moored, or anchored.
CO symptoms are similar to seasickness or alcohol intoxication.
CO can make you sick in seconds. In high enough concentrations, even a few breaths can be fatal.
Breathing CO blocks the ability of your blood to carry oxygen.
The effects are cumulative, even low levels of exposure can result in injury or death.
Factors That Increase the Effects of CO Poisoning
Age
Smokers or people exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke
Consumption of alcohol
Lung disorders
Heart problems
Pregnancy
Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and
extremely dangerous.
All engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO
as exhaust.
Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high
concentrations will cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.
Teak surfing, dragging, or water skiing within 20 feet of a moving water-
craft can be fatal.
DANGER!
!
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Where and How CO Can Accumulate
Stationary Conditions That Increase CO Accumulations Include:
To correct stationary situations A and/or B:
Close all windows, portlights and hatches.
If possible, move your boat away from source of CO.
Running Conditions That Increase CO Accumulations Include:
To correct running situations C and/or D:
Trim bow down.
Open windows and canvas.
When possible, run boat so that prevailing winds help dissipate exhaust.
How to Protect Yourself and Others From CO
Know where and how CO may accumulate in and around your boat (see above).
Maintain fresh air circulation throughout the boat at all times.
Know where your engine and generator exhaust outlets are located and keep everyone away from these areas.
Never sit on, or hang onto, the back deck or swim platform while the engine(s) are running.
Never enter the areas under swim platforms where exhaust outlets are located.
Although CO can be present without the smell of exhaust fumes, if exhaust fumes are detected on the boat, take
immediate action to dissipate these fumes.
Treat symptoms of seasickness as possible CO poisoning. Get the person into fresh air immediately. Seek medical
attention—unless you’re sure it’s not CO.
Install and maintain CO alarms inside your boat. Do not ignore any alarm. Replace alarms as recommended by the
alarm manufacturer.
Follow the checklists provided on the next page.
Get a Vessel Safety Check.
For information on how to get a free VESSEL SAFETY CHECK, visit www.vesselsafetycheck.org or contact your
local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadrons®.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burn-
ing device when boat is moored in a con-
fined space.
B. Mooring too close to another boat that is
using its engine, generator, or other fuel
burning device.
C. Running boat with trim angle of bow too high. D. Running boat without through ventilation
(station wagon effect).
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CO Checklists
Trip Checklist
Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your boat.
Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate.
When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boat.
Listen for any change in exhaust sound, which could indicate an exhaust component failure.
Test the operation of each CO alarm by pressing the test button.
Monthly Checklist
Make sure all exhaust clamps are in place and secure.
Look for exhaust leaking from exhaust system components. Signs include rust and/or black streaking, water
leaks, or corroded or cracked fittings.
Inspect rubber exhaust hoses for burned, cracked, or deteriorated sections. All rubber hoses should be pliable and
free of kinks.
Annual Checklist
Have a Qualified Marine Technician:
Replace exhaust hoses if cracking, charring, or deterioration is found.
Ensure that your engines and generators are properly tuned, and well maintained.
Inspect each water pump impeller and the water pump housing. Replace if worn. Make sure cooling systems are
in working condition.
Inspect all metallic exhaust components for cracking, rusting, leaking, or loosening. Make sure they check the
cylinder head gasket, exhaust manifold, water injection elbow, and the threaded adapter nipple between the man-
ifold and the elbow.
Clean, inspect, and confirm proper operation of the generator cooling water anti-siphon valve (if equipped).
Carbon Monoxide Alarm System (If Equipped)
Do not disconnect the alarm system.
Read the manufacturer’s instructions for your CO alarm system. If you did not receive an instruction manual, call
(800) 383-0269 and one will be mailed to you.
If your boat is not equipped with a carbon monoxide alarm, consider purchasing one from your dealer or marine
supply store.
The stereo memory and CO monitor(s) place a small, but constant drain on the battery.
NOTICE
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More Information
For more information about how you can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning on recreational boats and other ways to
boat more safely, contact:
For information on how to get a free VESSEL SAFETY CHECK, visit www.vesselsafetycheck.org or contact your
local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadrons®.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
U
nited States Coast Guard
O
ffice of Boating Safety (G-OPB-3)
2
100 Second Street SW
W
ashington, DC 20593
w
ww.uscgboating.org
1
-800-368-5647
National Marine Manufacturers
Association (NMMA)
200 East Randolph Drive
Suite 5100
Chicago, IL 60601-9301
www.nmma.org
312-946-6200
American Boat & Yacht Council, In
c.
(ABYC)
3069 Solomon’s Island Road
Edgewater, MD 21037-1416
www.abycinc.org
410-956-1050
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185
Overall
Length
Bridge
Clearance
Beam
Draft
(Drive Up)
Draft (Drive
Down)
Fuel Capacity
(gal.)
18' 0" 6' 0" 7' 7" 1' 8" 3' 0" 28
STANDARD SEATING LAYOUT
SPORT SEATING LAYOUT
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195
Overall
Length
Bridge
Clearance
Beam
Draft
(Drive Up)
Draft (Drive
Down)
Fuel Capacity
(gal.)
19' 0" 7' 0" 7' 11" 1' 9" 3' 3" 35
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205
Overall
Length
Bridge
Clearance
Beam
Draft
(Drive Up)
Draft (Drive
Down)
Fuel Capacity
(gal.)
20' 4" 4' 1" 8' 0" 1' 6" 3' 1" 37
SPORT SEATING LAYOUT
STANDARD SEATING LAYOUT
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225
Overall
Length
Bridge
Clearance
Beam
Draft
(Drive Up)
Draft (Drive
Down)
Fuel Capacity
(gal.)
Freshwater Tank
Capacity (gal.)
22' 1" 7' 4" 8' 6" 1' 6" 3' 0" 50 10
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Exterior Views
Hull Views
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Extended Swim Platform (If Equipped)
/